The smartwatch has become synonymous with wearable technology, but the top June 2016 wearables employ a variety of other forms like earrings, helmets and t-shirts for tracking purposes.
While there are many wearable devices that are designed to monitor and analyze a range of activities, there are also models being developed for ultra-specific sports. For instance, Samsung developed a vibrating 'Blind Cap' to assist competitive swimmers who are blind or visually impaired. Similarly, the 'Whipper' is a device designed as a tool for rock climbers who want to track elevation.
Wearable technology is also being seamlessly integrated into clothing. Broadcast Wearables makes programmable LED t-shirts, while Qore Performance introduces wearable hydrating technology. Rather than existing solely in the tech industry, wearables recently had some time in the spotlight at the Met Gala with a Marchesa dress powered by IBM Watson.
Top 30 Wearable Innovations in June
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Senior-Friendly Wearables
The Omate Wherecom S3 Android Smart Watch is Designed for the Elderly
29
Automatic Shoe Lacers
The Rolling 8 Turns Laced Shoes into a Slip-On Footwear
28
Wearable Air Purifiers
The Breathe Device is a Small-Scale Filter System Designed for Personal Use
27
Wireless WiFi Backpacks
The Venture Knapsack Combines Luxe Design with Wearable Tech
26
Diabetes-Monitoring Devices
This Non-Invasive Device Helps Diabetics Keep Track Of Blood Sugar
25
Programmable LED Tees
This Digital T-Shirt Lets You Display Drawings and Text
24
Autonomous Wearable Cameras
The '61N' Allows for Autonomous Photo Shooting to Never Miss a Moment
23
Total Health-Tracking Wearables
The Huawei Honor Band A1 Smart Wristbands Measure UV Exposure
22
Supercomputer-Controlled Dresses
IBM Watson and Marchesa Create a Cognitive Gown for the Met Gala
21
Kid-Coding Wearable Tech
The Mover Kit by Technology Will Save Us Fosters Invention and Creativity
20
Social Media-Connected Sneakers
The 'SoSole' Footwear Design Encourages IRL Interaction
19
Stride-Analyzing Insoles
The 'Stridalyzer' Performance Shoe Insoles are Packed with Sensors
18
Stylish Fitness Watches
Garmin's 'Vivomove' Fitness Tracker Looks Like a Traditional Watch
17
Lifestyle-Tracking Earrings
These Information-Tracking Earrings Can Monitor Lifestyle Habits
16
Projected Smartwatch Screens
Samsung's Smartwatch Displays the Timeface Onto the Wearer's Skin
15
Sleep-Inducing Gadgets
The '2breathe' is a Chest Strap That Helps Soothe Wearers to Slumber
14
Sign Language-Translating Wearables
The SignAloud Gloves Translates Gestures into Audio
13
Tide-Tracking Smartwatches
The Nixon Unit Tide Water-Resistant Smartwatch is Rugged
12
Feminine Fitness Trackers
This Fitness Tracker Bracelet Has a Sleek and Elegant Design
11
Concussion-Detecting Helmets
This High-Tech Helmet Conducts EEG Tests to Detect Brain Injury
10
Accessibility Computer Peripherals
The CEBA 'GlassOuse' Mouse Redesigns the Mouse for the Disabled
9
Human Skin Touch Screens
The SkinTrack Allows Skin to Function as a Touch Screen
8
Car-Controlling Smartwatch Apps
Bentley's New Smartwatch App is Designed for Vehicle Control
7
Hydration-Enhancing Clothing
The Qore Performance Base Layer Clothing Keep Athletes More Hydrated
6
Rock Climber Wearables
The 'Whipper' Allows Climbing Enthusiasts to Track Elevation
5
Bio-Acoustic Music Wearables
This Wearable Device Translates Bodily Sounds Into Musical Data
4
Smart Swimming Caps
Samsung 'Blind Cap' Uses Vibrations to Connect Blind Swimmers and Coaches
3
Finger Motion-Sensing Keyboards
This Wearable Keyboard Converts Finger Movements into Key Presses
2
GPS-Integrated Activity Trackers
The Vivosmart HR+ Uses GPS Provide More Accurate Fitness Data
1
Multi-Screen Smartwatches
Doppio's Wearable Technology Improves Functionality with Two Screens
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Industrial Design Smartwatches
The 176 CS-500 Smartwatch by Carl Hauser Has a Rugged Form
Discreetly Intelligent Timepieces
The G-SHOCK MOVE DWH5600 Tracks Heart Rate and More
Conceptual AI-Powered Wearables
The Rabbit R1 AI Watch by Alisher Ashimov is Feature-Rich
Wrist-Worn eSports Watches
The Conceptual MSI Gaming PC Watch by Eslam Mhd is Dragon-Themed
AI-Powered Productivity Wearables
The Limitless Pendant Helps Professionals Enhance Productivity
Wearable Temperature Control Units
The Sony REON POCKET 5 Offers 17-Hours of Climate Control
Heart-Monitoring Smartwatches
Casio Unveils the 'DW-D5600' G-SHOCK Polar-Powered Smartwatch
Noninvasive Smartwatch Glucose Monitors
Samsung's Galaxy Watch Will Have Advanced Sensors
Multi-Sport Lifestyle Smartwatches
The COROS PACE 3 Has a Lightweight, Low-Profile Design
Scientific-Grade Smart Rings
The 'Iris' Smart Ring Offers Actionable Insights into Health
Luxury Automotive-Branded Smartwatches
The Bugatti Ceramique Titane Edition Smartwatch is Sleek
Smart Safety Helmets
SmartHat is the Construction Wearable of the Future
Outdoor Lifestyle Smartwatch Models
The SUUNTO Vertical is Ready for Adventure Sports
Angled Dual-Display Smartwatches
This Apple Watch Concept by Tien Hung Optimizes Efficiency
Wearable App-Connected AC Units
The Gloture 'WearCool' Maximizes Cooling When Out of the House
Productivity-Focused Smart Glasses
The ASUS AirVision M1 Has Dual 1080p Micro OLED Displays
Multipurpose Diagnostic Health Monitors
Withings BeamO Shows Off a Four-in-One Design at CES 2024
Wellness Bone Conduction Wearables
The 'Era Sync' Wearable Device by Luca Persico is Futuristic
Smartwatch-Attached Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual Sony Smart Switch Ecosystem is All-in-One
Luxury Flagship Smartwatch Models
The HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate Has a 1.5-Inch LTOP AMOLED
Luxury Smartwatch Models
The Latest TAG Heuer Connected Wearables Come in Two Options
Connected Athletic Eyewear
Minimis Glass Tracks Workouts, Aids with Navigation and More
High-Power Rugged Smartwatches
The TicWatch Pro 5 Features the Qualcomm Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1
Wearable Technology Gym Accessories
PROTECHT Wrist Wraps are Compatible for Use with Smartwatches
Japan-Inspired Wearable Watch Rings
Casio and Stasto Stand Stones Present Timepiece Rings
Integrated Smartwatch Pillbox Concepts
The Apple Watch Pillbox is an Imagined Medical Design
Versatile Women-Focused Smartwatches
Garmin Unveils a Sleek New Wearable Smartwatch for Women
AI-Powered Smartwatch Designs
Crossbeats Unveils the New 'Crossbeats Nexus' Smartwatch
Stealthy Tactical Smartwatches
This Watch Offers a Night Vision Screen & Ballistics Calculation
Clip-On Heart Monitors
Garmin's HRM-Fit Heart Rate Monitor for Women Attaches to Sports Bras
Female-Focused Smart Rings
The Movano 'Evie' Smart Ring Has a Medical-Grade Design
Automatically Scrolling Rings
This Handy Wearable Turns the Pages of e-Readers & Scrolls TikTok
AI-Enhanced Wearable Pins
The Humane AI Pin is a Wearable Assistant Without a Screen
Tablet-Integrated Fashion
The Lenovo Tab Wear Collection Explores the Concept of "Me Time"
Wearable Skin Sensors
HapSense Helps Scientists Accelerate the Analysis of Cosmetic Products
Detachable Dial Smartwatches
The Huawei Watch GT Cyber Easily Switches into Different Cases
Strength Training Wearables
Whoop's Strength Training Feature Measures a Workout's Muscular Load
Next-Generation Screenless Fitness Monitors
Whoop 4.0 is Stylish, Efficient, and Precise
Healthy Habit-Promoting Wearables
The Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Has a Rotating Bezel
Advanced Heart-Tracking Patches
This Wearable Ultrasound Patch Envisions Real-TIme Heart Scans
Wearable Hydration Monitors
Epicore Biosystems' 'Connected Hydration' Helps in Hot Environments
Ruggedized Sustainable Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is Powered by the S9 SiP
Carbon-Neutral Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Series 9 Shows off a Gesture Control Interface
Personal Cooling Devices
Embr Wave Regulates Body Temperature for Relief from Menopause
Sleek Fitness Smartwatches
Garmin Unveils the New Forerunner Smartwatches with a 23-Day Battery
AI-Fueled Wearable Pins
The Humane AI Pin is Packed with Various Assistive Tech Tools
Menstrual Health-Tracking Rings
The FemTek 'BBRing' Only Needs to Be Worn at Night
Hybrid Health-Tracking Smartwatches
The Withings ScanWatch Light Offers Health Guidance
Earbud-Equipped Smartwatches
The WatchOut WearPods Smartwatch Has a Multifunctional Design
Flagship Health Wearable Smartwatches
The Google Pixel Watch 2 Integrates FitBit Technology
Anime-Themed Wearable Collections
Xiaomi Debuts the Genshin Impact Edition of the Smart Band 8 Pro
Discreet Biofeedback Brain Trainers
The Flowtime® Brain Tag Captures Ample Data
Advanced Contextual Awareness Wearables
The Humane Ai Pin Connects Users Without Smartphones
Sporty Smartwatch Models
The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 Now Comes in Three New Models
Sporty Vital-Tracking Smartwatches
The Polar Vantage V3 Boasts a Triple-Sensor Array
Hybrid Fitness Smartwatches
The Moto Watch 40 Strikes a Balance Between Device Styles
Temperature-Monitoring Earrings
The Thermal Earring Continually Tracks the Wearer's Temperature
Fashion-Branded Smartwatch Models
The Diesel Griffed Gen 6 Smartwatch Runs Wear OS 3
Health-Tracking Smart Rings
The 'Helio Ring' Monitors Exercise, Sleep and Health Metrics
Wearable Athlete Smartphone Controllers
The Easy Control Wearable Remote Streamlines Media Access
Temperature-Tracking Fitness Smartwatches
The Polar Ignite 3 Titanium Has 24/7 Activity Tracking
Automated Insulin Delivery Wearables
The Tandem Mobi Works with or Without a Smartphone
Lifestyle Activity Tracking Apps
The 'Timeline It' App Tracks Virtually Any Activity or Event
Intuitive Interface Wellness Wearables
The Fitbit Charge 6 Boasts 60% More Accuracy
AI Wellness Companions
NOWATCH Insights Delivers Personalized Well-Being Insights in a Custom Way
Self-Charging Fitness Trackers
The MOTHER Bracelet Doesn't Require Charging for Constant Wear
Muscle-Monitoring Health Wearables
The CLOMP Muscle Oxygen Monitor Captures Real-Time Data
Smart Stride-Sssisting Wearables
Hurotics H-Fit Fixes Your Stride for Training Athletes
Metallic Designer Smartwatches
The Xiaomi Watch S2 Has a Circular, Stainless Steel Design
High-End Timepiece Smartwatches
The Hublot Big Bang e Gen 3 Has the Qualcomm snapdragon Wear 4100+
Sweat-Wicking Wearable Biosensors
Nix Develops a Hydration Biosensor for Endurance Athletes
AI-Powered Wearables
The Ai Pin Debuted at the Coperni 2024 Spring/Summer Show
Motion-Matching Fitness Technologies
Wondercise is Bringing Its Live Motion Matching to FIBO 2023
Data-Capturing Running Wearables
The Garmin HRM-Pro Plus Heart Rate Strap Monitors Pace and More
Smartwatch Protection Bands
Moving Bodies Forward Launched an Impact Protection Band for Watches
Health-Tracking Sleek Wearables
The Ring One Features a Plethora of Tracking Technology
Fashionable Performance Swimwear
Nike Swim is Launching Multiple New Styles Ahead of the Summer
Motion-Sensing Wristwatches
The Casio Digital Basic GDB500 Series Shares Simple Step Trackers
UK Summer-Ready Sporty Fashion
Unknown London Launches a New Capsule Designed for Summer
Senior-Centric Smartwatches
This Standalone Smartwatch Links Seniors With Their Service Providers
Stylish Sensor-Packed Smartwatches
The Huawei Watch GT4 Comes in Two Size Options
User-Powered Health Trackers
Baracoda is Unveiling BHeart & Patent-Pending Technology at CES 2023
Confetti-Style Pride Month Accessories
The Apple Watch Pride Edition Sport Band Raises Awareness
All-in-One Wearable Pumps
Willow 360 Enhances Freedom and Flexibility for Nursing Mothers
AI-Powered Ergonomic Workplace Vests
The German Bionic Smart SafetyVest Monitors the Wearer
AMOLED Fitness Watches
PLAYFIT Debuts a AMOLED Smartwatch for the PLAYFIT Companion App
Tremor Therapy Wearables
Cala kIQ Improves the Lives of People with Essential Tremor & Parkinson’s
AI-Based Baby Wellness Monitors
Inspired by Wearables, Elora Enhances Safety, Well-Being and Care
Sweat-Analyzing Hydration Wearables
The Nix Hydration Biosensor Combats Against Dehydration
Neural Technology Earbuds
The Wisearphones Smart Earbuds Provide a Seamless User Experience
Off-Grid Adventurer Smartwatches
These New Garmin Smartwatches Offer Precision Tracking
Smart Wearable Pet Trackers
ANOCRD Design Creates the Sustainable GoChip Device for Pets
Efficiently Rechargeable Smartwatches
Andrea Mangone's Vessel Can Recharge on Your Wrist
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond's Phygital Fashion Capsule Can Be Tried on with AR
Fall-Detecting Smart Watches
The MobileHelp Smart is Always Connected to its Alert System
Stroke Recovery Wearable Systems
This System Uses a Earpiece & Watch to Help Prompt Mobility
Wellness-Focused AI Watches
Citizen is Launching Its AI-Powered ‘CS Smart Watch' for Wellness
Connected Weightlifter Wearables
The Eigen Fitness Nodes Records Ample Data About Training
Dazzling Display Athlete Smartwatches
The GARMIN Forerunner 265 and 965 Have AMOLED Displays
Durable Low-Energy Item Trackers
The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 Boasts Ultra Wideband Technology
Bike-Connected Smartwatch Apps
The Peloton Watch App Uses the Google Wear OS Watch as a Sensor
Fitness-Tracking Smart Rings
The Ultrahuman Ring Helps Track Health-Related Information
Voice Assistant Smart Watches
INTEC Designs This Timepiece with Accessibility in Mind
Metabolism-Enhancing Platforms
Signos is a Health-Focused Wearable and App Platform
Wearable Ultrasound Patches
Researchers Have Developed a Way to Offer Real-Time Heart Scans
Pebble-Shaped Health Devices
OPPO's New OHealth H1 is a User-Friendly Health Device System
Industrial Gesture Control Smartwatches
The SnapSync Band-1 has an Open-Source Build
Health-Focused Smart Rings
Samsung Showcases the Galaxy Ring to Track Health Stats
AR Garment Try-Ons
H&M Launches a Virtual Try-On Lens Wearable Through Augmented Reality
Electrocardiogram Smartwatch Apps
Garmin Develops its Own Wearable ECG App for Health Monitoring
Luxe Health-Tracking Timepieces
The Withings ScanWatch Nova Has a Stainless Steel Construction
Opulent Workout-Tracking Smartwatches
The Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro Smartwatch Runs the Google Wear OS
Stride-Assisting Wearables
Evolve MVMT Can Improve a User's Gait
Health-Monitoring Activewear Fabrics
This Fabric Sensing System is Integrated with Electrodes
Activity-Tracking Watch Upgrades
The New MyFitnessPal Updates Allows Users to Track Workouts
Haptic Navigation Wristbands
The Wayband is Hand and Eyes-Free for Intuitive Navigation
Cognitive Performance Measurement Wearables
The 'Pylot' Productivity Wearable Uses EEG
Wellness-Centric Wearable Gadgets
The Apollo Neuro Wearable is Described to be a Wearable Hug
Fitness Tracking Smartwatch Tech
Powered by Polar is Releasing to a Series of Smartwatches
Safety-Conscious Smartwatches
The Moto Watch 100 is an Affordable Safety-Themed Timepiece
Personalized Fitness Plan Smartwatches
The Amazfit Active Smartwatch Has a BioTracker PPG Sensor
Health-Centric Smart Rings
The Circular Ring Helps Users Better Understand their Overall Health
Health-Centric Smart Timepieces
Fossil's Wear OS 3 Watch is Designed Around Health and Wellness
Heart-Monitoring Earbuds
Sennheiser's New Innovation are Revolutionizing Audio Technology
Earbud-Equipped Smartwatches
The Huawei Watch Buds Smartwatch Has a 1.43-Inch AMOLED Display
Smart-Designed Fitness-Tracking Wearables
Xiaomi Unveils Its Latest Smart Band 8
PTSD-Aiding Wearable Technology
Bio Ware is a New Gadget that Helps with Treating PTSD
Advanced Mini Fitness Trackers
The Samsung Galaxy Fit3 Has a 1.6-Inch AMOLED
Smartwatch Sleep Apnea Detections
Samsung Develops a New Galaxy Watch Feature for Sleep
Integrated Smart Eyewear
The Titan Eyex Has a Fitness Tracker Built Into the Design
Tech-Equipped Eyewear Designs
Nautica Debuts a Collection of Smart Eyeglasses with Bluetooth Audio
Breathing Disorder Smartwatch Features
Samsung Announced Sleep Apnea Detection for Its Wearables
Smartwatch-Compatible Wireless Pumps
The Willow 3.0 Pump is Now Compatible with Apple Watch
Wearable Gaming-Focused Technology
Team Singularity Partners with Technology Brand GamerTech
Cancer-Detecting Smart Bras
Kemisola Bolarinwa Pioneers a Smart Bra to Detect Breast Cancer
Subscription-Based Smartwatch Makers
Mobvoi Turns its Attention to Subscription Services
Magnetic Band Upgraded Smartwatches
The Upcoming Apple Watch X Will Have Thinner Cases
India-Exclusive Tech Accessories
pTron Launches a New Smartwatch and Earbuds Combination
Movement-Monitoring Smart Pants
These Pants Use Optical Fibers to Detect Wearers' Activities
AI-Assistive Smartwatch Updates
Fossil Group Adds New Assistive Updates to the Wear OS 3